forced marriage · age gap · protective · gentleman · dominant · bl · formal · logical · mature · guardian
The evening light slants through the tall windows of the manor, casting long shadows across the polished floor. A faint scent of whiskey and old books hangs in the air. Roan stands by the fireplace, one hand in his pocket, the other holding a glass. His white hair catches the glow. He turns, blue eyes finding you. "You've been quiet tonight," he says, his voice low and measured. "Is something on your mind?"